Policy Order O-6

WHEREAS: In recognition of the fact that the health and vitality of any community is largely dependent upon the vibrancy of its local economy, the City of Cambridge has often  taken initiatives to engage with local business leaders; and

WHEREAS: Via initiatives like Cambridge Local First, publications like the Women and Minority-Owned Business Directory, conducting Business Development Workshops, and establishing programs like the Facade, Signage & Lighting Program, the City of Cambridge has historically worked to help foster an environment where local businesses can thrive; and

WHEREAS: In the spirit of continuing to reach out to local business owners, to help foster stronger relationships between each other and with the municipal government, it would be beneficial to invite local business owners into City Hall for a discussion that allows them to share their thoughts on how Cambridge is adequately supporting their efforts, and how the City might improve its efforts in the future; now therefore be it

ORDERED: That the Chair of the Economic Development & University Relations Committee be and hereby is requested to schedule an upcoming meeting to discuss how to best launch a Small Business Town Hall Meeting.